Switch flipped on new solar project in West Tennessee
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- A switch was flipped, turning light into power. Skyhawk Solar was developed through the Tennessee Valley Authority's Green Invest program. This is a solar panel…
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8th Annual Books at the Barn held downtown
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event took place in the Hub City Tuesday. The Madison County Imagination Library hosted the 8th Annual Books at the Barn in downtown Jackson.…
Jackson City Hall to host Children's Day event Friday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The city is getting ready to celebrate children! Jackson City Hall will host a Children's Day Event. Artwork and live performances from children across our city will…
Chester County's first winery to open in May
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A first-of-its-kind business for the Chester County community is preparing to open its doors. Forty Cannons Winery, located on the grounds of Stillwaters Farms in Henderson, will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 19 for…
JMCGH recognizes 40th anniversary of hospital's first open heart surgery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County General Hospital is marking the 40th anniversary of the first open heart surgery performed at the hospital. A news release…
Why is Biden announcing 2024 bid now, and what will change?
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has formally announced he’s seeking reelection. But he’s also still the president, with roughly 20 months left in his term regardless of whether he wins a second one on Election Day 2024. Top Democrats…
Harry Belafonte, activist and entertainer, dies at 96
NEW YORK (AP) — Harry Belafonte has died at age 96. He was a dedicated activist and award-winning actor and singer. He sold millions of records and starred on stage and screen before scaling back his career and becoming a…
Man faces multiple drug charges in Crockett County
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- One man has been arrested and is facing multiple drug charges. According to the West Tennessee Drug Task Force, agents from the 28th district in Crockett County searched a home on Dupree Road Monday. Agents…
Gibson County library hosts history program
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Monday, the Gibson County Memorial Library held a history program to celebrate the Bicentennial of Gibson County’s founding. The program was presented by Gary Blankenship, a retired history professor. He covered the founding of Gibson…
McKenzie's new director of schools talks about role
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Dr. Justin Barden has been named the new Director of Schools for the McKenzie Special School District. Barden said that he was surprised and excited to be selected for his new…
Postpartum group to meet at local park
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Postpartum Support group is meeting April 30. The group will be meeting at 2 p.m. at Liberty Gardens located at 24 Channing Way in Jackson. They say it is baby-wearing and stroller-friendly. The group…
Martin farm receives Fund-a-Farmer Grant
CHICAGO -- A Martin farm was awarded the Fund-a-Farmer Grant, according to a news release. Food Animal Concerns Trust, or FACT, announced on Monday that BERG Livestock would be getting the grant to purchase equipment to mechanically control…
'Drop the Mic' to be held to celebrate poetry
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A celebration of poetry is being held on April 27 in Jackson. The Griot Collective of West Tennessee will be holding the Drop the Mic: A Celebration of National Poetry Month at The Ned. The celebration will…
Car show to support local Carl Perkins Center
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A car show is being held to support the Crockett County Carl Perkins Center. The event is being held on April 29, and will have an antique/classic, rat rod, modern, Jeep, tractor and motorcycle category. Registration…
Reminder: UofM Lambuth to host free concert
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Wanting to listen to music from our city's talented students? We have where to go on Tuesday. The University of Memphis Lambuth will be hosting their Spring Music Concert Tuesday, April 25 at 7 p.m. The university…
